2019 ACG/LGS Regional Postgraduate Course Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel New Orleans, LA March 8-10, 2019

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1 2019 ACG/LGS Regional Postgraduate Course Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel New Orleans, LA March 8-10, 2019 Course Director: Ronald A. Leo, MD Course Co-Director: Arnab Ray, MD, FACG Join your colleagues at one of the fastest growing gastroenterology learning weekends in the country. Outstanding faculty in a collegial setting produce a conference that delivers the opportunity to learn, interact, and network with GI thought leaders and colleagues from around the nation. This year s course will be held at a larger and more comprehensive venue, with the opportunity to glean cutting edge knowledge on IBD, IBS, pancreatic and liver disease, GERD, and practice enhancement and other topics while enjoying the sights, sounds, and tastes of New Orleans in springtime. Earn up to Hours of CME and MOC points COURSE AGENDA Friday, March 8, :00 pm Registration Opens 5:45 pm Welcome Reception 6:30 pm Keynote Presentation *Dinner Presentation sponsored by LGS* Fecal Microbiota Transplant: Beyond C. difficile Jessica R. Allegretti, MD, MPH Explain the biology, technique, and outcomes of fecal transplant in patients with irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease. Saturday, March 9, :00 am Course Registration & LGS Annual Business Meeting 7:00 am Continental Breakfast / Visit Exhibits 7:50 am Welcoming Remarks / Introductions Session 1 8:00 am Tiny Dancers Manipulating the Gut Microbiome in IBS and Other Diseases William D. Chey, MD, FACG Use the current knowledge of the gut microbiome to develop treatment strategies for functional and inflammatory bowel diseases. 8:30 am Stone Cold Truth Management Principles and Technology for Difficult ERCP Scenarios James L. Buxbaum, MD Identify endoscopic tools for management of complex biliary tract stones and strictures. Discuss emerging technologies in this field. 9:00 am NASH Gaining the Upper Hand on This Rising Epidemic Naga P. Chalasani, MD, FACG Analyze the pathophysiology of NASH with new and emerging treatment modalities.

2 9:30 am Break / Visit Posters and Exhibits Session 2 10:00 am Understanding the Consensus Guidelines on Diagnosis and Management of Pancreatic Cysts Christopher E. Forsmark, MD, FACG Apply best practices and evidence-based guidelines to the difficult area of pancreatic cysts. 10:30 am The Whole Patient Recognizing and Treating Extraintestinal Manifestations of IBD Kara M. De Felice, MD Describe methods to discern and evaluate distressing non-gi symptoms of IBD that can severely impact quality of life in patients. 11:00 am Endoscopic Approaches to Obesity Management Nikhil A. Kumta, MD Define the evidence for recommending endoscopic weight loss interventions for patients and the pitfalls of performing them. 11:30 am Break / Visit Posters and Exhibits 12:00 noon Luncheon Presentation We re From the Government and We re Here to Help: The Future Impact of Public Policy on Gastroenterology Assess information on future payment and care models the federal government is formulating and recognize how they may impact the field of gastroenterology. 12:45 pm Break Session 3 1:00 pm Targeting Rather Than Shotgunning: Precision Treatment of GERD Ronnie Fass, MD, FACG Implement strategies to identify patient types who would benefit from targeted interventional anti-reflux treatments. 1:30 pm Emergencies in Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Recognition and Treatment Kim L. Isaacs, MD, PhD, FACG Recognize treatment strategies for mitigating morbidity and mortality in critical IBD patients with complications such as perforation, abscess, obstruction, and toxic megacolon. 2:00 pm Pregnancy and Liver Disease Nancy S. Reau, MD, FACG Demonstrate greater familiarity and expertise in the treatment of pregnant patients with liver disease. 2:30 pm Break / Visit Posters and Exhibits 3:00 pm Fellow Presentations: Case Studies and Original Research from Ochsner Health System, Louisiana State University, and Tulane University 3:45 pm Daily Wrap-Up and Poster Awards

3 4:00 pm Adjourn for the Day 4:30 pm Reception for Advanced Practice Providers - Nurses/NPs/PAs *sponsored by LGS* Sunday, March 10, :00 am Continental Breakfast / Visit Exhibits 7:50 am Welcoming Remarks / Introductions Session 4 8:00 am Expert Management of Non-Variceal Acute UGI Bleeding Don C. Rockey, MD, FACG Identify key data on mortality, costs, and newest techniques for reducing morbidity and mortality from UGI bleeding. 8:30 am Down the Hatch: Advanced Understanding of Achalasia and Esophageal Outlet Disorders Stuart J. Spechler, MD, FACG Apply current diagnostic manometric and radiologic technology and classification to treatment of difficult dysphagia patients. 9:00 am Diverticular Disease: Evolving Concepts in Classification, Presentation, and Management Neil H. Stollman, MD, FACG Recognize the complex and multifactorial nature of diverticular disease and the evidence supporting current treatment for uncomplicated and complicated disease. 9:30 am Break / Visit Posters and Exhibits Session 5 9:45 am Pawn or Partner? Can Private Investment Save Physician Independence in Gastroenterology? James S. Leavitt, MD, FACG Interpret the current wave of private investment interest in gastroenterology practice and its implications for physician autonomy and economic independence. 10:15 am Guidelines for the Provision and Assessment of Nutrition Support Therapy in the Critically Ill Adult Patient Stephen A. McClave, MD Summarize the A.S.P.E.N. SCCM Clinical Guidelines for improving patient care by advancing knowledge of the science and practice of clinical nutrition in the ICU. 10:45 am Course Wrap-Up and Key Take-Away Points 11:00 am Course Adjourns

4 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION The current pace of scientific discovery makes mastery of advancing knowledge, new diagnostic techniques, and progress in therapeutics a challenge for the gastroenterologist or generalist. At the same time, the rigors of the profession demand a deeper understanding of changes occurring within the healthcare system. This program will offer attendees experiences in both areas presented by nationally recognized experts. The structure of the program includes a mix of didactic presentations delivered by expert faculty combined with interactive discussions. Attendees will leave the program ready to immediately implement the knowledge gained to improve their clinical practice. This program is designed for gastroenterologists, primary care physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners interested in the latest developments in the science of gastroenterology and the art of health care. ACCREDITATION / CME / MOC This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the American College of Gastroenterology and the Louisiana Gastroenterology Society. The American College of Gastroenterology is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The American College of Gastroenterology designates this live activity for a maximum of AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Successful completion of this CME activity, which includes participation in the evaluation component, enables the participant to earn up to MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Participants will earn MOC points equivalent to the amount of CME credits claimed for the activity. It is the CME activity provider s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit. REGISTRATION INFORMATION The registration fee includes admission to all sessions, dinner on Friday, continental breakfasts on Saturday and Sunday, lunch on Saturday, and refreshment breaks. All registrants must pay the full registration fee; partial registration is not available. Full refund of registration fees will be given, less a $25 administrative fee, if written notice of cancellation is received by ACG by February 8, No refunds will be given after this date. Attendees must register online at meetings.gi.org. ACG/LGS MEMBER TYPE EARLY BIRD (by 2/18) FEE (AFTER 2/18) Physician $275 $350 Resident / Trainee / Candidate/ GI Fellow $125 $200 Associate / Advanced Practice Provider $125 $200 NON-MEMBER TYPE Physician / PharmD / PhD / Guest $375 $450 Trainee / GI Fellow / Resident $175 $250 NP / PA / Allied Health (RN, LPN) $175 $250

5 MOBILE APP INFORMATION Included with your registration is complimentary access to the course presentations via the ACG Mobile App. The app can be used to view faculty presentations on tablets, mobile devices, and laptops. Attendees will be able to take notes and highlight key points on the presentation slides at the event, and can continue reviewing them after the course. PDFs of the presentations can be downloaded directly from the app or can be printed from the website version of the app. Pre-registrants will receive access to the app prior to the course to view, download, or print the presentation slides. (NOTE: A printed syllabus will not be provided.) ACCOMMODATIONS The program will be held at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel, conveniently located within walking distance to the French Quarter and Jackson Square as well as numerous restaurants, shops, galleries, and more. To make reservations, please call HILTONS ( ). Special meeting rates per night are $219 single/double plus 14.75% guestroom tax and $3 occupancy tax per room per night. Room rates include complimentary basic guestroom internet access, and complimentary health club access. The hotel accepts all major credit cards. Hotel reservations must be made by February 18, 2019 in order to receive the special meeting rate. Only a certain number of rooms are available at this rate and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once ACG s room block is sold out, the hotel may charge a higher rate for any additional rooms made available. Requests for reservations received after this date will be on a space-available basis only. All reservations require a deposit of one night s room and tax upon reservation. Cancellations made within 72 hours of arrival will be charged one night s room and tax. Check-in is at 4:00 p.m. Check-out is at 11:00 a.m. Valet parking is available for $49 per day. Self parking (garage) is available for $44 per day. The Hilton New Orleans Riverside Hotel is located at 2 Poydras Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. MORE INFORMATION For more information about this program, contact ACG at education@gi.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Attendees of these programs who need additional reasonable accommodations or who have special needs (including dietary needs) should contact the ACG office by at registration@gi.org no later than February 8, 2019.